Pediatric Emergency Paramedic II – ED & Transport

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a transport paramedic to join an interdisciplinary team within a leading pediatric hospital, delivering age-appropriate patient care under licensed supervision.

The role requires comprehensive assessments, IV placement, and medication administration, with ongoing adherence to Georgia CE requirements and pediatric transport standards. It offers teamwork, safety, and opportunities for professional development in a high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Must be in compliance with Georgia CE requirements per Georgia Code 3, 31-11-58.1 and DHR regulations for paramedics
• 3 years of experience in patient care
• 2 years of experience in IV insertion with pediatric patients (Transport only)
• National Registry EMT-A (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competencies across age groups from Neonate to Adult as per department guidelines
• Performs comprehensive assessments within assigned responsibilities
• May act as team leader and assists in delivering patient care per licensure and protocols
• Prioritizes and delivers dependable, effective patient care in varied situations
• Demonstrates five rights of medication administration within scope of practice
• Manages time effectively and communicates with team
• Evaluates patient response and adjusts plan of care
• Participates in shift change and supports orientation of new staff
• Maintains transport equipment and adheres to policies and safety standards
• Engages in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice trends

Skills

Trauma response

Vital signs assessment

IV placement

Medication administration

I-Stat/Novastat

Ultrasound training

Pediatric trauma project

Education

Georgia Paramedic license (EMT-P)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

High school diploma

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a transport paramedic to join an interdisciplinary team within a leading pediatric hospital, delivering age-appropriate patient care under licensed supervision.

The role requires comprehensive assessments, IV placement, and medication administration, with ongoing adherence to Georgia CE requirements and pediatric transport standards. It offers teamwork, safety, and opportunities for professional development in a high-acuity environment.